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Changing Your Address in Massachusetts

Whether you're a new Massachusetts resident or have moved within the state, you must report your address change within 30 days to the Department of Transportation Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV).

On this page, you'll find information on how to update your address on your MA driver's license, identification card, vehicle registration, and title.

Change Your Address With the MA RMV

Within 30 days of an address change, you must notify the MA RMV.

You can change your address online, in person, or by phone for free.

Changing your address only updates your Massachusetts RMV records. You will not receive an updated driver's license, ID, registration or title unless you apply for one. You can attach an address label to your MA driver's license or ID card to display your new address until you need to renew.

If you'd like a new MA driver's license or ID card showing your new address, you may apply for a duplicate. (See the “Replace Your MA Driver's License/ ID Card" section below.)

If you want your MA vehicle title or registration to display your new address, you may also request a duplicate. (See “Replace Your MA Vehicle Title or Registration" section below.)

Military and Out-of-State Students

Military Members

Out-of-state military members stationed in Massachusetts must have a current out-of-state driver's license to operate a vehicle.

If your vehicle was titled and registered in your home state, you can keep your current out-of-state registration while stationed in MA as long as your car insurance meets the MA minimum requirements.

If your vehicle was titled and registered somewhere other than your home state, you must title and register your vehicle in MA within 30 days.

MA military members returning to the state from active duty have 60 days to renew an expired driver's license.

Out-of-State Students

If you're a non-Massachusetts resident and living or commuting to Massachusetts for school, you must complete a Nonresident Driver Statement (Form T20098) each school year and return it to your school's local police department.

Your school will give you a windshield decal to display in your car.

Fees to Update Your MA Address

There is no cost to change your address on file with the Massachusetts RMV. Fees only apply when getting a new MA driver's license, ID card, vehicle title, or registration.